Why is this project being done?

This is a continuation of projects in the Pattengill neighborhood to replace aging drinking water pipes, repair stormwater infrastructure to improve water quality, and resurface roads in poor condition.

Work to be done

• Replacement of the aging public water mains, replacement of obsolete storm structures and complete street resurfacing of the following:
  • Needham Road from Medford Road to Manchester Road
  • Medford Road from St. Francis Drive to Manchester Road
  • Buckingham Road from Needham Road to Manchester Road
  • Buckingham Court
• The project will be constructed in two phases:
  • Phase 1 - Medford Road
  • Phase 2 - Needham Road, Buckingham Road and Buckingham Court

Funding

This project is funded by the City of Ann Arbor Street, Bridge and Sidewalk Millage, Water Fund and Storm Water Fund

Phase 1 - Medford Road will be closed to through traffic from St. Francis Drive to Manchester Road from April until approximately July 2. Through traffic should follow the posted detour for Phase 1.

Phase 2 - Medford Road will be reopened to through traffic however, Needham Road north of Manchester, Buckingham Road and Buckingham Court will be closed from approximately July 6 until the end of September. Through traffic should follow the posted detour for Phase 2.

Resident access may be limited during working hours in the construction area.

Detour details are available via the city’s road and lane closure page.

The contractor will be required to maintain the construction site for emergency vehicle access.

• “Orangeburg Piping” letters were mailed to residents the week of January 12, 2026.
• Residents will receive additional notification once the contractor has been secured.
• Detour Maps
  • Medford Road Detour Plan (Phase 1) (PDF)
    
    • 
  • Needham/Buckingham Roads Detour Plan (Phase II) (PDF)
    •